The Text Discussed the Case of Aguas V

question 83

Multiple Choice

The text discussed the case of Aguas v. State of New Jersey, where the New Jersey Supreme Court addressed a correctional officer's hostile work environment claim in which she alleged that she had was sexually harassed by her supervisor on several occasions. Which of the following was the result?

• A) The employer was not liable because it had an anti-discrimination policy in place.
• B) The plaintiff successfully stated her claim for hostile work environment and was granted a $1,000,000 award in damages.
• C) The case was dismissed because the employer launched a thorough internal investigation, which revealed no harassment had occurred.
• D) The case was dismissed because there was an anti-discrimination policy in place, the employer conducted a thorough investigation of the claims, and there was no evidence the alleged harassment derived from the supervisory relationship.
• E) The employer was liable because it failed to look into applicants' background before hiring.

Understand the fundamental aspects of jurisdiction and how it applies to different courts, including state and federal, and in various types of cases.

Comprehend the principles and procedures involved in litigation, including filing lawsuits, serving complaints, and the roles of plaintiffs and defendants.

Recognize the conditions under which appellate courts operate and the standards they use in reviewing cases from lower courts.

Distinguish between original and appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court and when its decisions are final.

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